2005 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2005 MCC Smart and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 224 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |